The Latin-American Mythology
By Hartley Burr Alexander
Length13h 17m
About this audiobook
In "The Latin-American Mythology," Hartley Burr Alexander delves into the rich tapestry of myths and legends that have shaped Latin American culture. Through an engaging narrative style that seamlessly blends scholarly analysis with vivid storytelling, Alexander examines the diverse mythological traditions of indigenous peoples, the impact of European colonization, and the intertwining of these influences to create a unique cultural identity. This work stands at the intersection of anthropology and literary scholarship, offering a comprehensive exploration of myth as a means of understanding the social, political, and spiritual fabric of Latin American societies. Hartley Burr Alexander, an esteemed philosopher and educator, was deeply influenced by his profound interest in mythology and cultural anthropology. His academic background, enriched by his exposure to various cultures and philosophical paradigms, informed his approach to the study of Latin America. Alexander's extensive travels and interactions with indigenous communities allowed him to appreciate the nuances of their mythic narratives, which he seeks to illuminate in this foundational text. This book is highly recommended for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of mythology, anthropology, and Latin American studies. Alexander's insightful analysis not only enriches the understanding of Latin America's cultural heritage but also invites readers to reflect on the enduring power of myth in shaping human experience. Whether you are an academic or a curious reader, "The Latin-American Mythology" offers a compelling glimpse into the profound world of myths that continue to resonate to this day.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length13 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
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Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Latin-American Mythology (Illustrated Edition)
36IV. THE ANNALS OF THE CAKCHIQUEL103
2AUTHOR'S PREFACE
37V. HONDURAS AND NICARAGUA106
3INTRODUCTION
38CHAPTER VI THE ANDEAN NORTH
4CHAPTER I THE ANTILLES
39I. THE CULTURED PEOPLES OF THE ANDES111
5I. THE ISLANDERS6
40II. THE ISTHMIANS112
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6II. THE FIRST ENCOUNTERS9
41III. EL DORADO
7III. ZEMIISM13
42IV. MYTHS OF THE CHIBCHA119
8IV. TAÏNO MYTHS16
43V. THE MEN FROM THE SEA
9V. THE AREITOS
44CHAPTER VII THE ANDEAN SOUTH
10VI. CARIB LORE21
45I. THE EMPIRE OF THE INCAS123
11CHAPTER II MEXICO
46II. THE YUNCA PANTHEONS
12I. MIDDLE AMERICA
47III. THE MYTHS OF THE CHINCHA
13II. CONQUISTADORES25
48IV. VIRACOCHA AND TONAPA
14III. THE AZTEC PANTHEON27
49V. THE CHILDREN OF THE SUN
15IV. THE GREAT GODS32
50VI. LEGENDS OF THE INCAS
16V. THE POWERS OF LIFE37
51CHAPTER VIII THE TROPICAL FORESTS: THE ORINOCO AND GUIANA
17VI. THE POWERS OF DEATH
52I. LANDS AND PEOPLES
18CHAPTER III MEXICO (Continued)
53II. SPIRITS AND SHAMANS
19I. COSMOGONY47
54III. HOW EVILS BEFELL MANKIND
20II. THE FOUR SUNS53
55IV. CREATION AND CATACLYSM
21III. THE CALENDAR AND ITS CYCLES55
56V. NATURE AND HUMAN NATURE
22IV. LEGENDARY HISTORY
57CHAPTER IX THE TROPICAL FORESTS: THE AMAZON AND BRAZIL
23V. AZTEC MIGRATION-MYTHS59
58I. THE AMAZONS173
24VI. SURVIVING PAGANISM
59II. FOOD-MAKERS AND DANCE-MASKS
25CHAPTER IV YUCATAN
60III. GODS, GHOSTS, AND BOGEYS
26I. THE MAYA
61IV. IMPS, WERE-BEASTS, AND CANNIBALS
27II. VOTAN, ZAMNA, AND KUKULCAN
62V. SUN, MOON, AND STARS
28III. YUCATEC DEITIES
63VI. FIRE, FLOOD, AND TRANSFORMATIONS
29IV. RITES AND SYMBOLS
64CHAPTER X THE PAMPAS TO THE LAND OF FIRE
30V. THE MAYA CYCLES92
65I. THE FAR SOUTH203
31VI. THE CREATION
66II. EL CHACO AND THE PAMPEANS
32CHAPTER V CENTRAL AMERICA
67III. THE ARAUCANIANS
33I. QUICHÉ AND CAKCHIQUEL97
68IV. THE PATAGONIANS
34II. THE POPUL VUH101
69V. THE FUEGIANS
35III. THE HERO BROTHERS
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